New Mexico Consumer Protections: New Mexico enacted a 36% APR cap on all consumer loans in 2023, effectively banning payday lending. This was a significant reform given the state's high poverty rate. Consumers can file complaints with the Financial Institutions Division or the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Interest Rate Cap: New Mexico usury cap: 36% APR cap on all consumer loans (2023 law); payday lending effectively banned.
Payday lending is banned in this state.
Key Regulations: - SB 66 (2023) capped all consumer loans at 36% APR including fees, effectively banning payday lending.
- Prior to 2023, payday loans were allowed up to $2,500 with high fees.
- Licensed small loan companies must comply with the new 36% cap.
- The New Mexico Unfair Practices Act provides additional consumer-protection context.
Federal protections: The FCRA gives you the right to dispute inaccurate credit report information for free. Credit repair companies cannot charge before performing services (Credit Repair Organizations Act).
Free resources: Get a free credit report annually at AnnualCreditReport.com.
File complaints with New Mexico Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.